Are You Waiting For Miss Right?

While most guys will let on that it's fun to date and flirt with tons of women, many of us simply want to find the perfect lady to settle down with. But whether you're looking for Miss Right or Miss "Right Now," one thing's for sure: you need to be in the field in order to play the game.

Before beginning your hunt, it helps to know what you're looking for, as long as you keep an open mind when it comes to the ultimate lifelong companion.

So if your search for Miss Right is only leading you to lonely nights in front of the TV, then maybe it's time to shed those preconceptions about who Miss Right should be.

who is miss right?

While it's great to enjoy dating, it's not enough to simply go out there haphazardly without a game plan of some sort. Looking for your perfect woman is simply not going to produce the kind of results you're hoping for. You have to know what Miss Right represents to you, so get in touch with your inner man and have a chat with him to see just what you really want out of your ideal lady.

In other words: Dater, know thyself.

At the risk of stating the obvious, every guy has different needs when it comes to relationships. Let's face it; if you're 35 and still living at home, you'll need to find a woman who will be okay with some dependence issues, as well as patient with your situation.

Keep these points in mind when assessing what Miss Right represents to you.

Evaluate her character traits Understand which personality traits you tend to gravitate toward. Are you a man who prizes loyalty above all else? If you're a workaholic who's always on the go, should you really be looking for someone who expects you to be home all the time? Be sure not to put any woman on a pedestal before really understanding who you are and what you need.

Accept that she won't be perfect Unless you're a narcissist, you've probably figured out that you have flaws. And she will too. Remember that scene in Good Will Hunting , where Robin Williams' character tells Will (Matt Damon) that it's not about whether a woman is perfect, but rather if a man and woman are perfect for each other ? That's sage advice.